I think that we have moved so far away from what showers are really all about. A wedding present was meant to help a young couple get started with the necessities in life. Alot depends on how old you are when you married and how many times you have been married. I've always heard that for a first wedding that a gift is more in order. As for what other cultures do in their country is fine. It has nothing to do with our culture here.
When I was younger I remember hearing it said that you have 1 baby shower and that would give you the necessary items you should have for your baby. It was frowned upon if a woman kept having baby showers. This is how much everything has changed.
If I had your position, I would have limited registries with the items that you really want and leave the rest up to the guests. My dil's family got together and gave her the washer and dryer. You could have a shower where everyone contributed to the larger items.
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